Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Question:

Alivardi Khan was a Nawab of ______.

Options:

Bengal

Awadh

Malabar

Deccan

Correct Answer:

Bengal

Explanation:

The correct answer is option 1- Bengal

Alivardi Khan was a Nawab of Bengal.

He ruled Bengal from 1740 to 1756. He was a capable administrator and a brilliant military commander. He defeated the Marathas in a number of battles and secured the borders of Bengal.

Alivardi Khan was also a patron of learning and culture. He built a number of mosques and madrasas in Bengal. He also encouraged the development of Bengali literature.

Alivardi Khan is considered to be one of the greatest Nawabs of Bengal. He left behind a legacy of peace and prosperity.